Arkansas Department Of Transportation Ardot #H-21-214R

H-21-214R

The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT), specifically the Arkansas State Highway Commission's Equipment and Procurement Division, is the government buyer. The contract involves the purchase of two backhoe loaders: one 108 horsepower, 4WD backhoe with a four-in-one front bucket to be delivered to ARDOT District 5 Headquarters in Batesville, AR, and one 70 horsepower, 4WD backhoe with backhoe and front end loader to be delivered to ARDOT District 6 Headquarters in Little Rock, AR. The contract number is H-21-214R. The awarded products are specified under ARDOT specifications 20-244-157 and 20-242-157 respectively. Each backhoe must meet detailed technical specifications including engine power, hydraulic systems, cab features, and remote monitoring systems with GPS and cellular communication capabilities. The contract requires delivery within 150 days after award. Vendors must provide warranty data, performance bonds, and bid bonds as specified. The contract allows for cooperative purchasing by other tax-supported entities in Arkansas under the same terms. The contract includes unique requirements such as integrated remote monitoring systems with a free three-year subscription, vandalism protection features, and detailed warranty and service obligations. The bid opening and delivery locations are at ARDOT Equipment and Procurement Division in Little Rock, AR. The contract also includes certifications related to illegal immigrant employment and restriction of boycott of Israel.

Description

Procurement of a backhoe with FOB location in Batesville and Little Rock, AR. The solicitation was posted on August 11, 2020, with a response deadline on the same date. The project was awarded on September 15, 2020.

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